OCEAN OF MEDICINE intimate aya retreat I Peru

🌊 OCEAN OF MEDICINE

Shipibo Wisdom · Pacific Ocean · Inner Exploration

✨ 7 Days · 6 Nights · 3 Ceremonies · Only 3–5 Participants

🌴 Imagine experiencing the ancestral wisdom of the Amazon while staying in a beautiful beachfront villa, just steps away from the Pacific Ocean. Welcome to Ocean of Medicine, an intimate retreat bringing together the living plant medicine tradition of the Shipibo people and the untamed beauty of Peru’s northern coast.

🏝️ Our home for this experience is a private beachfront villa directly on Las Pocitas, one of Peru’s most beautiful beaches, just 10 minutes from Máncora. Wake up to the sound of the waves, enjoy the ocean breeze, swim in the Pacific and spend your days surrounded by tropical nature.

🌊For seven days and six nights, you will join a small circle of just 3–5 participants for three ayahuasca ceremonies guided by two experienced Shipibo curanderos, accompanied by their traditional icaros, the ceremonial songs that are an essential part of Shipibo practice.

The retreat is facilitated by Capitan Blez, co-founder of Psychonauta Foundation, with 10 years of experience leading retreats in Peru, supporting participants through preparation, the retreat experience and integration.

It is an invitation to experience the meeting of ancestral wisdom, ceremonial work and the immense presence of the natural world.

🌿 THE MEDICINE. THE OCEAN. THE JOURNEY WITHIN.
The Shipibo people of the Peruvian Amazon hold a rich living tradition of plant knowledge, ceremonial practices, music and art.
During our ceremonies, two experienced Shipibo curanderos guide the process through their traditional practices and icaros. Their songs are an integral part of the ceremonial experience, creating space for introspection, connection and personal exploration.

🌱 For this retreat, we have selected a distinctive batch of ayahuasca from our collection, prepared during the 2026 season. The ceremonies will be guided by our Shipibo curanderos, with appropriate preparation, screening and attention to participant safety.

🌊 And then there is the ocean.

After a night of ceremony, the day offers a different rhythm: natural light, fresh air, the movement of the waves and the freedom to spend time outdoors.

Walk barefoot along the beach. Swim in the Pacific. Watch the changing light over the water. Practice yoga, explore the coastline or simply give yourself time to rest and reflect.
The ocean is not a replacement for the ceremonial process. It is the natural environment in which this experience unfolds, offering opportunities for movement, quiet reflection and connection with the world around you.

💫 WHO IS OCEAN OF MEDICINE FOR?
This retreat is designed for people who feel drawn to the Shipibo plant medicine tradition and want to explore it in an intimate coastal setting.

It may be particularly appealing if you:
🌿 Feel called to explore plant medicine but prefer a comfortable coastal setting rather than traveling deep into the Amazon jungle.
🌊 Feel connected to the ocean and want to combine ceremonial nights with days spent in nature.
🧭 Are curious about your inner world and want to step away from everyday routines, slow down and make space for personal reflection.
🏄 Love adventure and the outdoors and would enjoy combining inner exploration with surfing, yoga, kitesurfing, horseback riding or other coastal activities.
🤍 Prefer intimate experiences with a small group, personal attention and space to connect with others without the intensity of a large retreat.
🌎 Are traveling solo, with your partner or with a friend and looking for a meaningful experience in Peru.

You do not need to be an experienced meditator, surfer or psychonaut. What matters is approaching the experience with openness, respect for the Shipibo tradition and a willingness to prepare responsibly.

Participation is subject to screening. Ayahuasca is not suitable for everyone, and this retreat is not a substitute for medical or psychological treatment.

🤍 AN INTIMATE EXPERIENCE, NOT A CROWD
We intentionally limit each retreat to just 3–5 participants.
In a world of large retreats and groups of 20 or more, we want to preserve the feeling of a small gathering, where there is room for individual attention, genuine human connection and personal space.

You don’t need to pay twice as much for a similar retreat elsewhere, only to find yourself in a large group. Here, you can experience an intimate retreat with experienced Shipibo curanderos, an experienced facilitator and an exceptional beachfront setting.

Before arrival, every participant goes through a screening and preparation process, including an online Zoom call. After the retreat, a post-retreat integration Zoom call provides an opportunity to reflect on the experience and consider how to approach the transition back into everyday life.
We see preparation and integration as important parts of the journey, not simply additions to the ceremonies.

🏄 MORE THAN CEREMONY: EXPLORE THE COAST
Ocean of Medicine leaves room for you to experience the Pacific in your own way.
Depending on your interests, optional activities can include:
🏄 Surfing lessons
🧘 Yoga and mindful movement
🪁 Kitesurfing
🤿 Diving and ocean adventures
🐎 Horseback riding along the beach
🌿 Exploring Máncora and nearby coastal communities
🐬 Discovering the wildlife and landscapes of northern Peru

These activities are optional and available at an additional cost. You can choose to be active or simply enjoy the beach, rest and let each day unfold naturally.

✨ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
🌿 7 days and 6 nights on the Pacific coast of Peru
🌿 3 ayahuasca ceremonies guided by two experienced Shipibo curanderos
🎶 Traditional Shipibo icaros and ceremonial practices
🧭 Experienced facilitation by Capitan Blez
🤍 A maximum of 3–5 participants
🏝️ Private beachfront villa on Las Pocitas, just 10 minutes from Máncora
🏊 Swimming pool, tropical garden and comfortable accommodation
🥑 Daily breakfast and lunch
💻 Pre-retreat screening and preparation call
🌱 Post-retreat integration call
🌊 Optional ocean activities and coastal adventures

📅 AVAILABLE DATES · NOVEMBER–DECEMBER 2026
🌊 November 14–20, 2026
🌊 November 21–27, 2026
🌊 November 28 – December 4, 2026
🌊 December 5–11, 2026

Each retreat is limited to a maximum of five participants.

🌿 WHY RETREAT WITH PSYCHONAUTA FOUNDATION?
✨ 10 Years of Experience in Peru
We have been organizing and facilitating retreats in Peru since 2016, welcoming hundreds of participants from around the world.
🌀 Authentic Shipibo Tradition
Work with experienced Shipibo curanderos who carry forward their ancestral knowledge, traditional icaros and ceremonial practices.
🤝 A Bridge Between Cultures
We bring together Indigenous wisdom and a contemporary approach to preparation, facilitation and integration, with respect for the Shipibo tradition and the people who preserve it.
💚 Small Groups, Personal Attention
We believe meaningful work deserves space, care and individual attention.
🧭 Responsible Preparation & Integration
Your journey begins before the retreat. We offer a preparation Zoom call, participant screening and guidance to help you prepare, followed by an integration session after the experience.
🙏 Rooted in Respect, Guided by Experience
Psychonauta Foundation is built on years of experience working alongside Indigenous practitioners in Peru. We aim to create meaningful cultural encounters grounded in respect, responsibility and genuine human connection.

🌺 Come as You Are. Take the Time You Need.